JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for converting and analyzing patient data into information for decision-making, and assisting in the development of financial and statistical analyses.  Provide analytical support to the Finance Division to assist in profitability analysis, cost/benefit analysis, reimbursement analysis and return on investment.

NOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong quantitative, analytical, and computer skills.
• Working knowledge of financial reporting requirements, financing arrangements, and cost/benefit analysis.
• Working knowledge of Cost Accounting principles.
• Strong skills in extraction and manipulation of electronic data across various disparate servers and operating system environments.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with database applications, data retrieval, and analysis.
• Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Crystal, and Monarch software.
• Successful completion of mandatory requirements including proficiencies/competencies.
• Demonstration of effective problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and team work skills.

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EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/SOFTWARE

• Strong knowledge and skill in computer software programs (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Power Point, Crystal, Monarch and other Windows-based programs) and databases for reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other documents.
• Knowledge and skill in the operation and troubleshooting of office printers, fax, copiers, and other equipment.
• Hospital Information System.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide analytical support to the Finance Division, including various financial/quantitative analyses.
• Responsible for maintaining Hospital Cost Accounting system.
• Responsible for maintaining Hospital Dashboard product.
• Prepare financial/quantitative schedules and reports to support business decision making.
• Develop and/or coordinate Finance projects to their conclusion and ensure ongoing financial reporting needs are met; develop financial impact statements for strategic programs and track actual results to projections.
• Assist in developing hospital operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare analyses for presentation to key decision makers.
• Investigate consolidation and/or expansion of services.
• Gather, compile, and analyze data for cost/benefit analyses.
• Assist in the preparation of profitability studies.
• Provide automated solutions and tools to assist management in analyzing results of operations.
• Assist in the preparation of schedules and support for financing initiatives.
• Assist in the evaluation of managed care contracts with respect to reimbursement.
• Troubleshoot complex problems.  
• Respond to and resolve verbal and written inquiries.
• Organizes own work, sets priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
• Assist in the development and management of special projects as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrate knowledge of disaster/emergency procedures and respond appropriately.

Assume responsibility and accountability for individual knowledge, skills, performance and behavior in accordance with hospital, division, and department standards of care and policies and procedures.

Demonstrate willingness to perform cross-functional duties to insure optimal utilization of departmental r